Question 1: Between the 1850’s and 1930’s, physicians gained authority and status. What is one condition or event that led to this? Starr mentions many conditions or events that led to physicians gaining authority and status, just post one (Consult the Starr textbook, Chapter 3). Question 2: Due to the litigious nature of medicine, physicians often order more tests (lab, X-ray, CT, MRI, EKG, etc.) than the standards of care suggest. This is sometimes referred to as “defensive medicine.” Additionally, a significant amount of a physician’s income is used to pay malpractice/liability insurance. If health care reform initiatives considered capping or limiting the physician’s liability to keep health care costs down, how could it be done?
Question 1:
Between the 1850’s and 1930’s, physicians gained authority and status. What is one condition or event that led to this? Starr mentions many conditions or events that led to physicians gaining authority and status, just post one (Consult the Starr textbook, Chapter 3).
Question 2:
Due to the litigious nature of medicine, physicians often order more tests (lab, X-ray, CT, MRI, EKG, etc.) than the standards of care suggest. This is sometimes referred to as “defensive medicine.” Additionally, a significant amount of a physician’s income is used to pay malpractice/liability insurance. If health care reform initiatives considered capping or limiting the physician’s liability to keep health care costs down, how could it be done?
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